How to Clean Your Split System Air Conditioner

Do you clean your split system air conditioner frequently? Did you know that it can be dangerous and costly if you don’t clean it often? Don’t worry! Energy Air is here to help you and explain in detail why it is so important and how to clean your split system air conditioner.

Brisbanes number one air conditioning company – Energy Air –provides high-quality air conditioning services throughout the southeast region of Queensland. 

The Importance of Cleaning your Split System Air Conditioner Regularly

The great thing about this air conditioning system is the ability to eliminate and trap dust, smoke, pollen, and other dangerous debris from the air circulating the room. However, if this debris accumulates, it can seriously affect the performance of your split system air conditioner.

To be more specific, the amount of air being able to pass through the system will be reduced due to the build of dirt and dust so the system will have to use more power. Having to use so much power means that your system will be overworked, which can lead to deterioration. Hence, regular cleaning is essential to maintain the performance of your split system air conditioner and of course to keep electricity bills low.

Therefore, plan your split system air conditioner maintenance schedule based on the amount of dust in the air, the local climate, and how often do you use your air conditioning system. In general, you should either clean or replace the filters twice a year, or more in case of allergies or asthma.

Preferably, use the professional air conditioning service – Energy Air – once a year or whenever there’s an issue and maintain your split system air conditioner regularly to extend the life of the system.

How to Clean Your Split System Air Conditioner in 5 Steps

Now that you know the importance, it’s time to learn the basic steps to cleaning your split system air conditioner successfully:

• Turn Off the Power

The first step is crucial for avoiding any accidents. So, before you begin, make sure you turn off the power or unplug at the wall both your indoor and outdoor units. Then, you can begin removing the necessary components.

• Cover the Indoor Unit

You can buy a special bag or simply use a plastic one to cover the indoor unit to make sure the dust isn’t being released during the cleaning process. Namely, the bag will trap all the dust, particles, and other debris released.

• Clean the Filters

You can access the filters and remove them by opening up the front panels of the air conditioning unit. Next, you can brush, scrap, or bang the filters first before you wash them using water and detergent. But, make sure you air dry them before returning.

• Spray the Coils

The indoor unit of your split system air conditioner includes round metal coils which should be cleaned with a no-rinse evaporator spray. But, remember to leave the spray for about 20 minutes before you wipe it out.

• Aeris Active

At Energy Air, the team have found that normal Anti-microbial products are all relative in their applications, however for best practice sanitation and antimicrobial preventative maintenance Aeris Active is particularly effective when considering disinfection with a virucidal inhibition component. Aeris Active is a TGA Registered hospital grade disinfectant and has become widely adopted as the go-to product in HVAC/R & FM industries for current disinfection preventative measures.

By hiring Energy Air you can make sure you get the best service in Southeast Queensland. So, don’t hesitate – contact us today!